Richard E. Neal

RECOGNIZING THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF MASSMUTUAL Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 83 (Friday, May 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 83 (Friday, May 15, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E455] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

Democrats line up against gas tax holiday By Mike Lillis, The Hill House Democrats are lining up against a gas tax holiday, creating additional barriers for President Trump as he struggles to battle inflation and the rising costs at the pump. The president this week proposed a moratorium on the…

Democratic Rep Asks For Probe Of Private Credit In 401(k)s By Tracey Longo, Financial Advisor A top congressional Democrat is asking a federal watchdog to scrutinize the growing push to bring private credit investments into 401(k) plans, warning that retirement savers could be exposed to opaque…

Neal Requests GAO Report on Private Credit in Retirement Plans WASHINGTON, DC— As alternative investment vehicles become more readily available, Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) requested the Government Accountability Office (GAO) review the impact that investing in…

Neal plans broad tax agenda if House control changes By Brian Faler, POLITICO Democrats appear poised to retake the House, and Rep. Richard Neal is quietly making plans. The Massachusetts Democrat has a clear path back into the chairmanship of the Ways and Means Committee and, behind the scenes,…

Neal: Gas prices are hurting the national economy LISTEN HERE New England Public Media By Adam Frenier U.S. Representative Richard Neal said he believes skyrocketing gasoline prices are hampering the nation s economy. AAA reported last week the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded was up…

Neal Statement on April 2026 Jobs Report SPRINGFIELD, MA— Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the April 2026 jobs report: “Zoom out and the story of this report is clear: a job market…

Longmeadow High School senior wins Congressional Art Competition WATCH HERE By Areta Odiah, 22 News LONGMEADOW, Mass. (WWLP) – Jenny Lu, a senior at Longmeadow High School, has been named the state’s winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition. Lu’s artwork was selected from more than 30…

Barnes Air National Guard Base gears up for F-35 arrival WATCH HERE By Claire Overton, 22 News WESTFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The first F-35 stealth fighter jet is scheduled to arrive at Barnes Air National Guard Base in Westfield next month, in June. This event is eagerly anticipated by both the base…

Neal Statement on Latest Trump Data Exposure SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the Washington Post discovered the Trump Administration exposed Social Security numbers in a new Medicare database: “Enough is enough.…

Springfield celebrates Arbor Day with tree planting ceremony WATCH HERE by: Lindsey Genatossio SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Indian Orchard Elementary School celebrated Arbor Day with a tree-planting ceremony in Springfield. U.S. Congressman Richard Neal attended the event and delivered remarks.…

Medicare portal database exposed health providers’ Social Security numbers It is the latest technical problem related to the Trump administration’s push to create a national directory of health providers. By Dan Diamond and Clara Ence Morse, Washington Post The Trump administration inadvertently…

Neal calls Supreme Court decision on Voting Rights Act ‘a step backwards’ LISTEN HERE New England Public Media By Adam Frenier The Supreme Court has weakened a landmark Civil Rights-era law that has increased minority representation in Congress and elsewhere. In a 6-3 ruling, the court s…

Neal Statement on Expanding Retirement Savings Through Auto IRA Legislation WASHINGTON, DC—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after President Trump signed an executive order to expand access to retirement plans, made possible by the…

Neal applauds Mercy Medical Center-Baystate Health Agreement WATCH HERE By Kayleigh Thomas, 22 News SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Congressman Richard Neal is expressing his thoughts on Baystate Health signing a joint agreement with Trinity Health of New England to take over Mercy Medical Center. The…

Neal Statement on the Supreme Court Decision in Louisiana v. Callais Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled on Louisiana v. Callais: “Today’s decision is a stain on the Supreme Court and our democracy. The right to vote…

Neal Opening Statement at Worker and Family Support Markup (As prepared for delivery) Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate the strong, bipartisan work by our colleagues that has resulted in the six bills we are marking up today. They listened carefully and importantly to young people who have…

DHS funding advances, Neal still hoping for negotiation LISTEN HERE New England Public Media By Adam Frenier Early Thursday, the US Senate started the process of trying to fund the Department of Homeland Security. The Republican majority is using what is known as the reconciliation” process, which…

Neal Opening Statement at Full Committee Hearing on the Trump Administration’s 2026 Trade Policy Agenda with United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer (As prepared for delivery) Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you to Ambassador Greer for being here today. When you were here a year ago,…

Neal Fights for Taxpayers, Calls Out Trump’s Pardons for Convicted Fraudsters at Ways and Means Hearing on Medicare Fraud WATCH HERE “Want to thank our witnesses today for this helpful dialogue. So let me disabuse all in the room today of the following. I m not aware of anybody here who s for…

Neal calls RFK, Jr.’s testimony on vaccines ‘vague’ during hearing LISTEN HERE New England Public Media By Adam Frenier Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. went before the House Ways and Means Committee Thursday in Washington, D.C. Democrats on the panel grilled him on a…

Neal Opening Statement at Full Committee Hearing with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Thank you, Mr. Chairman. We share heritage as sons of the Commonwealth. I go way back with your family. I supported your father for President and was a delegate for your uncle when he…

Neal Statement on the Failure of the Big Ugly Law WASHINGTON, DC—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement marking the end of the 2026 tax filing season: “We knew exactly how this story would unfold because cutting taxes for the wealthy is the…

Funding approved for new East Springfield Branch Library By Jeanette DeForge | jdeforge@repub.com SPRINGFIELD — The long-awaited plan to replace the East Springfield Branch Library was finally realized on Monday with money officially allocated to pay for the $12.4 million project. The city now…

Congressman Richard Neal honors Easthampton students bound for national civics competition WATCH HERE By Ben Goodman and Ryan Trowbridge EASTHAMPTON, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – Congressman Richard Neal visited Easthampton High School on Monday to honor those on their way to the 2026 ‘We The People’ national…

MBTA cars were impounded by the federal government. Representative Neal’s old-school charm may have aided their return. By Julian E.J. Sorapuru Globe Staff WASHINGTON — It was St. Patrick’s Day, and a who’s who of Washington politicians with Irish roots had assembled at the Friends of Ireland…

Neal Announces $500,000 Earmark for the East Springfield Branch Library Springfield, MA – Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal joined Springfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, members of the Springfield City Library, members of the Springfield Library Commission, and local officials to announce $500,000 in…

Neal Statement on the 28th Anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement Springfield, MA – Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement regarding the 28th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement: “Twenty-eight years ago, the governments of Ireland and the United Kingdom signed…

Westfield State students gain insights from Rep. Richard Neal WATCH HERE By Claire Overton, 22 News WESTFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Congressman Richard Neal visited Westfield State University to address students, primarily political science majors, about the fast-changing nature of news and the…

Local lawmakers demand clarity on U.S. Middle East goals WATCH HERE By Claire Overton, 22 News CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Uncertainty continues in the Middle East after Iran accused the United States on Wednesday of breaking a cease-fire agreement. Western Massachusetts’ congressional delegation is…

At Rockwell business breakfast event, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal takes swings at President Trump, Iran war, healthcare system and media “America has a real skill set problem” – U.S. Rep. Richard E. Neal (D – Massachusetts 1st Congressional District). Written by Shaw Israel Izikson, The Berkshire Edge…

Rep. Neal visits Berkshires for federal funding announcement, school tour, business breakfast LISTEN HERE WAMC Northeast Public Radio | By Josh Landes Democratic Congressman Richard Neal was in Berkshire County today to discuss business, education, and jobs training with local leaders. The…

BCC Sees $1M in Federal Funds for Trades Academy By Brittany Polito, iBerkshires PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College was awarded nearly $1 million in federal funds to support a Trades Academy. On Thursday, U.S. Rep. Richard Neal visited the college to highlight the $995,000 he secured…

Neal Statement on the March 2026 Jobs Report SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the March 2026 jobs report: “Today’s report underscores what the American people already…

Congressman Neal concerned over President Trump’s plan regarding Iran war by: Nick Antonakas, 22 News HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – President Trump announced Tuesday that U.S. military operations in Iran could end soon, stating that a formal deal is not required for the United States to withdraw its…

Transportation chief anticipates ramp-up of subway car production at CRRC, says workers at Springfield plant should be proud By Jim Kinney | jkinney@repub.com SPRINGFIELD — With work on MBTA subway cars ready to ramp up at CRRC following a customs dispute. Phil Eng said he’s working to keep the…

Officials: With fresh cash infusion, WMass rail projects chug forward By Jim Kinney | jkinney@repub.com SPRINGFIELD — Today, northbound passenger trains through Springfield — like the long-distance Vermonter or Knowledge Corridor trains to Holyoke, Northampton and Greenfield — have to make an…

Neal Statement on One-Year Anniversary of Trump’s Liberation Day SPRINGFIELD, MA—Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement ahead of the one-year anniversary of Trump’s “Liberation Day”: “One year after the President’s so-called ‘Liberation Day,’…

Neal, MassDOT Highlight Progress on Compass Rail and Announce Additional Round of Federal Funding Springfield, MA – Today, Congressman Richard E. Neal joined Interim Secretary of Transportation and MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng, MassDOT Rail Administrator Meredith Slesinger, MassDOT West-East…

Congressman Neal visits Holyoke High School, praises student goals WATCH HERE by: Nick Antonakas, 22 News HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – U.S. Rep. Richard Neal toured Holyoke High School to meet with students and observe the district’s progress following its recent exit from state receivership. The visit…

Neal opposes ground troops in Iran, wary of Trump influencing mid-terms LISTEN HERE New England Public Media | By Adam Frenier Springfield U.S. Representative Richard Neal said Tuesday that any use of United State ground troops in Iran would be considered an escalation. President Donald Trump has…

US Rep. Richard Neal talks trains, Iran and ICE at airports LISTEN HERE New England Public Media | By Adam Frenier There’s been some confusion whether there are talks going on to end the conflict in Iran. President Donald Trump has said so, but that’s something Iranian officials have denied. NEPM’s…

Neal Slams Republican Floor Stunt to Avoid Trump Administration Oversight WASHINGTON, DC— Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) slammed House Republicans for sneaking a change in their rule that blocks Congress’s ability to bring forward Resolutions of Inquiry, a key…

Richard E. Neal sponsored this legislation: To reauthorize funding for programs to prevent, investigate, and prosecute elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and for other purposes.. Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Education…

RELATING TO A NATIONAL EMERGENCY BY THE PRESIDENT ON FEBRUARY 1, 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 11, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2154-H2161] From the Congressional Record Online through the…

HONORING BILL STURGEON ON HIS RETIREMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 28 (Tuesday, February 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 28 (Tuesday, February 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H2107] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov…

RECOGNIZING THE 65TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON OF AS SCHOOLS MATCH WITS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 16 (Friday, January 23, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 16 (Friday, January 23, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E71] From the Congressional Record Online through the…

BREAKING THE GRIDLOCK ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026)] [House] [Pages H213-H227] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] BREAKING THE…

RECOGNIZING COLONEL DAVID "MOON" HALASI-KUN Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E17] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

Richard E. Neal sponsored this legislation: Automatic IRA Act of 2025. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.